The 2026 edition of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup concluded on Sunday (March 8), with India beating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final to clinch the coveted title for the record third time.
Three days after the end of the tournament, the International Cricket Council announced the final distribution of the event’s US$11.25 million prize money among the 20 participating nations.
India take home the biggest share, with the reigning champions earning $2,639,423. Runners-up New Zealand received the second-largest share, taking home $1,422,692.
The total reflects the base amount of $225,000 received by all participating teams, along with bonuses based on final placements, win bonuses, and progression through each stage of the competition.
Semi-finalists South Africa were the only other side to breach the million-dollar mark, earning $1,005,577. The Proteas were unbeaten throughout the tournament before New Zealand got the better of them at the Eden Gardens after pulling off a sensational chase on the back of Finn Allen's blazing ton.
The fourth semi-finalists, England, who came close to ending India's title defence in the semi-finals, earned $974,423 for their efforts.
West Indies and Pakistan earned $538,269 and $522,692 respectively, while Zimbabwe’s stellar performance, during which they stunned Australia, saw them take home a healthy purse of $491,538. The remaining Super 8 team, tournament co-hosts Sri Lanka, earned $475,962.
USA, who had qualified for the Super 8s in the 2024 edition, impressed in the group stage with two wins and bagged $309,808. This was also the amount secured by Australia and Afghanistan.
Scotland ($278,654) and Ireland ($271,731), who registered a win each in the tournament, come next.
The T20 World Cup witnessed a remarkable debut by Italy, who defeated Nepal to register their maiden win. The European side are slated to take home $256,154.
The same amount was received by Netherlands, UAE, and Nepal. On the other hand, Canada, Namibia, and Oman each took the base payment of US$225,000.
(With ICC Inputs)
